Released by Tecmo in 1991, Raiga: Strato Fighter is a horizontally scrolling arcade shoot ’em up that challenges players to defend Earth from an alien armada in the year 2135. Taking control of the advanced MB-OG Raiga starfighter, you navigate through six intense stages of deep space and planetary combat.
The standout feature of Raiga is its unique rotation system. Instead of being locked into facing right, you can manually flip your ship 180 degrees to shoot enemies sneaking up from behind. Collect power-ups from destroyed carrier ships to equip auto-guard drones and upgrade your arsenal with shotguns and blasters. To play in your browser, use the arrow keys to pilot the ship, Z to fire, and X to flip your direction. Press Shift to insert a coin and Enter to start.
Mastering the flip mechanic is essential for survival, as enemies will constantly ambush you from the left side of the screen. Keep an eye out for the Solid Shooter and Beam Rifle drones, as their auto-aiming capabilities will help cover your blind spots while you focus on dodging incoming fire.
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